Production Operator - Stourton

Arla Foods; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Production Operative at a state-of-the-art dairy facility. You will be a vital part of the team, ensuring the production of high-quality dairy products such as milk and cream. This role involves operating machinery, conducting quality checks, and maintaining safety standards in a dynamic environment. With a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including a staff shop and pension contributions, this position offers a chance to thrive in a collaborative workplace. If you are passionate about dairy and eager to contribute to sustainability in the industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discounted on-site staff shop

Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%

Free on-site parking

On-site canteen

Cheese Hamper for Christmas

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG or related field is essential.
• Food hygiene certificate is a must for this role.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production lines and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Perform quality inspections and maintain equipment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Understanding of instructions

Experience in FMCG

Food hygiene certificate

Basic vocational learning ability

Education

NVQ level 2 or equivalent

Tools

SAP process order management

SCADA

OEE

SPC

Job description

Arla Foods

Production Operative

Arla Foods, Stourton Dairy, LS10 1AX

As our new Production Operative at our Stourton Dairy you will play an integral part in the production of our fantastic dairy products which include Cravendale milk. Working a 4 on 4 off shift pattern rotating continental covering both days and nights you will monitor the running of our production lines ensuring key targets are achieved.

Things we love to tell you about our Stourton site

• Our Stourton Dairy/Creamery was opened in 2004 and produces milk, creams, custards and cottage cheese
• Brands such as Cravendale and Arla BOB are produced at our Stourton site
• The daily raw milk intake at Stourton is 2.2m Litres
• The site has around 900 members of staff with 2 process colleagues who have a combined service of over 100 years!

About the job

• Full time, 4 on a 4 off shift pattern (2 days and 2 nights)
• Daily operation of container filling/labelling machinery safely and efficiently to produce top quality products
• Report and/or correct safety issues. Maintain proper safety conditions of equipment and surroundings
• Perform quality inspections on materials and finished product. Quality checks to include, codes, seals and weights
• Responsible for proper and accurate product/package/code changes
• Perform all filling/labelling operator CIP duties and surface foaming with mechanical cleaning for all other areas in accordance with specified cleaning schedules
• Perform simple preventative maintenance, i.e. clean, inspect, lubricate and tighten
• Monitor equipment and process performance and correct/raise issues before they become problems

What you’ll need to be successful in the role

• Good communicator with ability to understand instructions
• Previous experience in an FMCG or related company
• Food hygiene certificate
• NVQ level 2 or equivalent is desirable to demonstrate basic level of vocational learning ability.
• Experience of SAP process order management and automated data collection systems i.e. SCADA, OEE, SPC

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discounted on-site staff shop with a wide range of Arla products including Lurpak, Cravendale & our Arla Protein range
• Employer Pension contribution matched up to 6%
• Free on-site parking
• On-site canteen
• Cheese Hamper for every member of staff at Christmas!

If this role sounds of interest then please apply using the link or reach out to Tony Clapham, Talent Partner, at Arla Foods.

Please note we are not partnered with any recruitment agencies for this role. We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit CVs on behalf of candidates for this role, as these CVs will not be considered under the agency ownership and if Arla does progress with any such candidate, this will not amount to acceptance of the agency's terms. We encourage interested individuals to apply directly through our official channels.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.

We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.